Gamification of reading: is it a page-turner or a problem?
On International Literacy Day we look at the gamification of reading in the digital age – a bookworm’s dilemma.
Book reviews: erosion of trust due to AI, bombing and misrepresentation
With AI-related book reviews on the rise, misleading quotes being used on covers, and one-star reviews, there is a growing search for trust.
Should classic books be rewritten for modern sensibilities? Experts say no
Navigating historical authenticity and modern sensibilities as books by Roald Dahl are being rewritten as part of this contentious debate.
Sustainability in publishing: unveiling the greenwashing debate
Exploring green initiatives and challenges in the publishing industry’s quest for sustainability, from authors’ impact to publishers’ efforts
Partition of India: best books to understand independence
Exploring the profound impact of the partition of India and Pakistan through historical accounts, personal stories and important books.
Oppenheimer movie: 7 books addressing nuclear responsibility
The life of J. Robert Oppenheimer has been explored in a new movie, hence here are 7 anti-nuclear books, focusing on taking responsibility for our scientific endeavours.
Diversity in publishing: moving past a tick box exercise
Diversity challenges in publishing include a lack of representation and efforts for change. However there are some trying to change the tide.
Cost of living crisis’ impact on publishing industry – authors lose out
The publishing industry is facing challenges due to the cost of living crisis – but authors seem to be bearing the brunt of it.
Authors’ mental health and publishing: navigating an emotional journey
It turns out publishing can really affect authors’ mental health. The journey of releasing a book can take a toll hence here are some strategies to manage this.
BookTok: please don’t let TikTok publishing lower the bar
TikTok parent company ByteDance is worryingly trying to branch out into the publishing world following the success of BookTok.